Description
Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine in 30 Minutes is the ultimate weeknight meal that combines convenience and flavor in one delightful dish. With tender chicken, a creamy butter sauce infused with garlic and spices, and perfectly cooked linguine, this recipe is designed to please the entire family. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that feels special enough for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this one-pan wonder makes cleanup a breeze while delivering rich, comforting flavors that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook linguine according to package directions; reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic, paprika, and red pepper flakes until fragrant.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chicken broth (or reserved pasta water). Simmer briefly.
- Add heavy cream and half of the parsley; cook until sauce thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to skillet along with linguine and parmesan. Toss to coat well.
- Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if needed. Serve garnished with additional parsley and parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 370g)
- Calories: 740
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 170mg